Autocross looks like lots of fun, but I've never tried it. Does anyone here autocross their Clubman? Any tips or things to watch out for??

I registered for my first autocross event coming up a week from Sunday as part of AMVIV.

 

Have fun! I have not autocrossed the Clubman, but I have autocrossed my supercharged BMW 330. You will definitely have fun in the MINI. Keep in mind that autocrossing IS hard on your car. You will be accelerating as fast as you can, braking frequently and carving the course like a snake. Remember that it is all about control and balance of power.

Tips:
-Reduce weight, take everything out of the car that you do not need. Go to the event with less than half a tank of gas. 1/3 to 1/4 tank is ideal.
-Make sure your tires are in good shape and properly inflated.
-If you can, walk the course or at least try to visualize it if they give you a map. Try to memorize the course as much as you can.
-After your run, pop your hood to let the engine cool off easier.

Finally, just have fun! and if your event allows it, try to find a veteran or instructor and ask if you can ride shotgun so you know how it should really feel like. The first time I rode in my instructor's MINI, it was such a rush, it literally took my breath away like an amusement park ride!

 

I've done it in my Clubbie. Standard summer run flats too - it's a blast no matter what. To be competitive of course many things matter , but to have fun it's all up to you! Drive smooth, engage sport button and disable DSC. that's all you need to watch for the first time :-)

 

Took mine to the BMW performance center course a couple of weeks ago for my first auto cross. It was awesome and I was not the only clubman there.

Next time, I'd take my pop up shade and a chair.